New Delhi: Former India captain Anil Kumble has congratulated Indian Premier League Commissioner Rajiv Shukla for the successful conduct of IPL 5 which he described as the best so far.

"I wish to congratulate you and your team for a wonderful IPL. I must say that this edition was by far the best one till date and going by your enthusiasm and commitment, I can vouch that the next one is going to be even better," Kumble said in a message to Shukla.

"Well done once again and thank you very much for your support. I on behalf of my association wish you the very best," Kumble, now the president of Karnataka State Cricket Association and mentor of IPL side Royal Challengers Bangalore, said.